Col du Mollard (South) – Cat 2 / 5.7km / 6.8%

The southern ascent to Col du Mollard is only 6km long, which is quite short by Alpine standards, but its nevertheless the most popular route to the top of the summit.

To reach the climb, you need to first follow D926, heading south if you are coming from Saint Jean de Maurienne or heading south-east if you are coming from Saint Jean d’Arves, until you reach the junction with D80 signposted Montrond / Albiez le Vieux / Col du Mollard.

Col du Mollard’s hairpin bends

Col du Mollard featured in Stage 11 of the 2012 Tour de France, from Albertville to La Toussuire/Les Sybelles, won by Pierre Rolland (FRA). The same stage was also selected for the 2012 Etape du Tour.